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Dr. John Fjerstad

Crescent City, CA

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    Who is Dr. Fjerstad, Foot & Ankle Surgeon in Crescent City, CA?

    Dr. John Fjerstad is a Foot & Ankle Surgeon, who primarily practices in Crescent City, CA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Fjerstad is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Fjerstad’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Fjerstad’s office at (707) 464-3245.

    What languages does Dr. Fjerstad speak?

    Dr. Fjerstad and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Fjerstad treat?

    As a Foot & Ankle Surgeon, Dr. Fjerstad diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Fjerstad. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly.

    Also known as:

    • Nail Fungus
    • Tinea Infection
    • Onychomycosis
    • Fungal nail infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B351: Tinea unguium

    Also known as:

    • Corns and Calluses
    • Hard Skin
    • Foot Calluses
    • Thick Skin Patches

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L84: Corns and callosities

    Also known as:

    • Ingrown Nail
    • Nail Disease
    • Ingrown toenail
    • Onychocryptosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L600: Ingrowing nail

    Also known as:

    • Toe Pain
    • Right Toe Pain
    • Pain
    • Toe Injuries and Disorder
    • Ache in toe
    • Toe discomfort
    • Sore toe
    • Aching right toes
    • Right toe discomfort
    • Pain in right foot digits

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M79676: Pain in unspecified toe(s)
    • M79674: Pain in right toe(s)

    Also known as:

    • Metatarsalgia
    • Foot Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Forefoot Pain
    • Ball of Foot Pain
    • Foot Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M7741: Metatarsalgia, right foot
    • M7740: Metatarsalgia, unspecified foot

    Also known as:

    • Right Foot Bone Spur
    • Left Foot Bone Spur
    • Bone Disease
    • Right foot osteophyte
    • Right foot bone growth
    • Right foot exostosis
    • Left foot osteophyte
    • Left foot bone growth
    • Left foot exostosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25774: Osteophyte, right foot
    • M25775: Osteophyte, left foot

    Also known as:

    • Plantar Fibromatosis
    • Foot Injuries and Disorder
    • Heel Injuries and Disorder
    • Ledderhose disease
    • Plantar fasciitis nodule
    • Foot fibromatosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M722: Plantar fascial fibromatosis

    Also known as:

    • Metatarsalgia
    • Foot Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Ball of Foot Pain
    • Forefoot Pain
    • Metatarsal Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M7742: Metatarsalgia, left foot

    Also known as:

    • Right Ankle and Foot Pain
    • Ankle Injuries and Disorder
    • Foot Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Sore Right Ankle
    • Sore Right Foot
    • Aching Right Ankle and Foot

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25571: Pain in right ankle and joints of right foot

    Also known as:

    • Pain in Left Ankle and Foot
    • Ankle Injuries and Disorder
    • Foot Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Left Ankle Ache
    • Left Foot Discomfort
    • Sore Left Ankle and Foot

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25572: Pain in left ankle and joints of left foot

    Also known as:

    • Plantar Nerve Damage
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Plantar Neuropathy
    • Foot Nerve Injury
    • Nerve Damage in Foot

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G5762: Lesion of plantar nerve, left lower limb
    • G5761: Lesion of plantar nerve, right lower limb

    Also known as:

    • Hammer Toe
    • Toe Injuries and Disorder
    • Claw Toe
    • Mallet Toe
    • Bent Toe

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M2041: Other hammer toe(s) (acquired), right foot

    Also known as:

    • Hammer Toe
    • Toe Injuries and Disorder
    • Mallet toe
    • Claw toe
    • Bent toe

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M2042: Other hammer toe(s) (acquired), left foot

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Skin Ulcer on Foot
    • Skin Condition
    • Foot Ulcer
    • Open Sore on Foot
    • Venous Ulcer
    • Diabetic Ulcer

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L97511: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of other part of right foot limited to breakdown of skin

    Also known as:

    • Type 1 Diabetes with Foot Ulcers
    • Diabetes Type 1
    • Diabetic Foot
    • Type 1 diabetes
    • Diabetic Foot Ulcers
    • Foot Wounds from Type 1 Diabetes
    • Type 1 Diabetes Foot Complications

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E10621: Type 1 diabetes mellitus with foot ulcer

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Foot Ulcer
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Diabetic Foot
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Foot Wound
    • Foot Sore from Diabetes
    • Diabetic Ulcer

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E11621: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with foot ulcer

    Which procedures does Dr. Fjerstad perform as a Foot & Ankle Surgeon?

    Does Dr. Fjerstad accept my insurance?

    Dr. Fjerstad accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (707) 464-3245 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Fjerstad accept in Crescent City, CA?

    Dr. Fjerstad in Crescent City, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Cambia (Regence)

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Defense / Tricare

    • Department of Veterans Affairs

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Fjerstad's office located?

    Dr. John Fjerstad's Primary Practice

    1080 Mason Mall Ste 3

    Crescent City, CA 95531

    (707) 464-3245

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    Dr. John Fjerstad's Practice 2

    1967 Central Ave

    McKinleyville, CA 95519

    (707) 840-0226

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    What is Dr. Fjerstad's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Fjerstad's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1477528313.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Fjerstad?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Fjerstad

    What is Dr. John Fjerstad's specialty?

    Dr. Fjerstad is a Foot & Ankle Surgeon near Crescent City, CA. Podiatrist with specialization in foot and ankle surgery has expertise in diagnosing and treating conditions affecting the foot, ankle, and lower extremities. This includes both surgical and non-surgical approaches for issues like fractures, deformities, and arthritis, with a focus on improving mobility and foot health. Contact Dr. Fjerstad to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. John Fjerstad affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Fjerstad is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Sutter Coast Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals

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    Is John Fjerstad accepting new patients in Crescent City, CA?

    Yes, Dr. John Fjerstad is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. John Fjerstad offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Fjerstad's office at (707) 464-3245 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with John Fjerstad?

    Please contact Dr. Fjerstad's office at (707) 464-3245 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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